Open only to Accelerated BSN majors. Prerequisites: BIOL 2260 or BIOL 2270 with a grade of C or better. This course provides a comprehensive overview of basic principles of pharmacology. The terms, concepts, and principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics are applied to those requiring adaptation to disease processes. Emphasis is on therapeutic, adverse and toxic effects of medication usage and human health issues. Legal and ethical aspects of pharmacology are presented with emphasis on safe administration of medications in a variety of forms and settings.